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Software name Intel PRO/1000 LAN Adapter Software
(Gigabit Ethernet Driver)
Support model ThinkPad T431s
Operating System Microsoft Windows 8 64-bit
Refer to marketing materials to find out what computer models
support which Operating Systems.
Version 12.6.45.0
Support device Intel 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection
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WHAT THIS PACKAGE DOES
This package installs the software (Ethernet driver) to enable the following
device.
Device name
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Intel 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection
Device name in the Device Manager
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Intel(R) 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection
Refer to marketing materials to find out what computer models support which
devices.
This package also installs Intel PROSet for Windows Device Manager which is an
extension to the Windows Device Manager. After the Intel PROSet software is
installed, additional tabs are automatically added to Device Manager.
If this package has been installed, updating (overwrite-installing) this
package will fix problems, add new functions, or expand functions as noted
below.
This program is language independent and can be used with any language system.
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CHANGES IN THIS RELEASE
Version 12.6.45.0
[Important updates]
- Removed support for Microsoft Windows 8.1 64-bit.
[New functions or enhancements]
Nothing.
[Problem fixes]
- Fixed a security vulnerability issue.
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DETERMINING WHICH VERSION IS INSTALLED
[Mouse and Keyboard]
1. Hold down the Windows logo key and press X to open a menu at the lower-left
area of the screen.
2. Select Device Manager from the menu.
3. Double-click the Network adapters category.
4. Double-click Intel(R) 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection.
5. Select the Driver tab.
6. Check the Driver Version.
[Touch]
1. Press the Windows logo button to display the Start screen.
2. Swipe in from the bottom edge of the touchscreen to display the App bar.
3. Select All Apps.
4. Select Control Panel.
5. Select System and Security.
6. Select Device Manager in the System section.
7. Double-tap the Network adapters category.
8. Double-tap Intel(R) 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection.
9. Select the Driver tab.
10. Check the Driver Version.
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NOTES
Nothing.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Note:
- If your computer runs satisfactorily now, it may not be necessary to update
the software. To determine if you should update the software, refer to the
Version Information section.
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Ethernet Driver
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Manual Install
This section assumes to use Internet Explorer and Windows Explorer.
Downloading file
1. Select the underlined file name. Once this is done, some pop-up windows
will appear.
2. Follow the instructions on the screen.
3. In the window to choose Run or Save, select Save.
4. Choose the folder you would like to download the file to, and select Save.
A different window will appear and the download will begin and complete.
Once the download has completed, there may or may not be a message stating
that the download completed successfully.
Extracting file
5. Make sure to be logged on with an administrator account.
6. Locate the folder where the file was downloaded.
7. Locate the file that was downloaded and double-click/double-tap it.
8. Follow the instructions on the screen.
9. In the Select Destination Location window, select Next. If you would like
to select a different folder, select Browse.
10. In the Ready to Install window, select Install. All the necessary files
will be extracted to the folder selected in the step 9.
Installing files
11. Make sure the checkbox next to "Install ..... now" is checked and select
Finish.
12. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete installation and restart
the computer.
Finally delete the file saved in the step 4.
Unattended Install
This is for system administrators' use only.
1. Refer to the Manual Install section, and download and extract the file.
2. In the step 11 of the Installing files section, uncheck the checkbox next
to "Install ..... now", and then select Finish to cancel installation.
3. At the command line, execute SetupDB with the /s option.
Example:
[Path where the files were extracted]\APPS\SETUP\SETUPBD\Winx64\SetupBD /s
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Intel PROSet for Windows Device Manager
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Intel PROSet for Windows Device Manager is an extension to the Windows Device
Manager. When you install the Intel PROSet software, additional tabs are
automatically added to Device Manager.
Notes:
- You must have administrator rights to install or use Intel PROSet.
- Before upgrading Intel PROSet, you have to uninstall the current PROSet that
is installed on your ThinkPad.
If you still face an error message like "You must uninstall the old version",
uninstall the Intel PROSet for Wireless LAN driver.
- All Intel PROSet features are now accessed from Device Manager. To access
features, simply open the Device Manager and double-click/double-tap the
Intel adapter you would like to configure.
Manual Install
This section assumes to use Internet Explorer and Windows Explorer.
1. Logon with an administrator account.
2. Refer to the Manual Install section of Ethernet Driver, and download and
extract the file.
3. In the step 11 of the Installing files section of Ethernet Driver, uncheck
the checkbox next to "Install ..... now", and then select Finish to cancel
installation.
4. Move to the following folder:
[Path where the files were extracted]\APPS\PROSETDX\Winx64
5. Double-click/double-tap DxSetup.exe file.
6. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete installation.
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VERSION INFORMATION
The following versions have been released to date.
Package Rev. Issue Date
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12.6.45.0 03 2013/11/29
12.6.45.0 02 2013/11/07
12.6.45.0 01 2013/08/19
12.1.77.0 01 2013/03/15
Note: Revision number (Rev.) is for administrative purpose of this README
document and is not related to software version. There is no need to
upgrade this software when the revision number changes.
To check the version of software, refer to the Determining which version is
installed section.
Summary of Changes
Where: < > Package version number
[Important] Important update
(New) New function or enhancement
(Fix) Correction to existing function
<12.6.45.0>
- [Important] Removed support for Microsoft Windows 8.1 64-bit.
<12.6.45.0>
- [Important] Added support for Microsoft Windows 8.1 64-bit.
<12.6.45.0>
- (Fix) Fixed a security vulnerability issue.
<12.1.77.0>
- (New) Initial release for ThinkPad T431s.
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LIMITATIONS
Nothing.
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TRADEMARKS
* Lenovo and ThinkPad are registered trademarks of Lenovo.
* Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
* Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Other company, product, and service names may be registered trademarks,
trademarks or service marks of others.